Is IS 11100:1984 still a valid standard?

No, it has been officially withdrawn by the Bureau of Indian Standards and is considered obsolete.

What is the specified length for the broom handle?

The minimum length for the timber handle is specified as 900 mm.

What kind of materials does this standard cover?

It covers brooms made from timber for handles and natural fibres like coir (coconut fibre) for the bristles.

IS 11100

: 1984

sweeping brooms

CurrentRareSpecificationGeneral · Timber and Timber Stores

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This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, construction, and workmanship for sweeping brooms. It primarily covers brooms made with natural fibre bristles (like coir) and timber handles, intended for general cleaning and institutional use. Note: This standard has been officially withdrawn by BIS.

sweeping brooms

Quick Reference Values

Minimum length of wooden handle900 mm

Maximum permissible moisture content in timber handle12 percent

Minimum mass of filling material (bristles)1.2 kg

Minimum length of bristles250 mm

Practical Notes

This standard has been WITHDRAWN by BIS and is no longer active. It may be referenced in old contracts but should not be used for new procurement without verification.

The specification is for traditional, heavy-duty brooms, not modern plastic or synthetic household brooms.

Key checks during inspection would be the weight of the broom, security of the bristles, and the quality/finish of the timber handle.